Milica Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEE-leets-ah / ˈmɪlɪtsəSlavic; Serbian
Meaning
Slavic: gracious; Serbian: honey
Historical & Cultural Background
Milica is a traditional Slavic name, commonly used in Serbia and other Slavic countries. It has roots in the Slavic word 'mil', meaning 'gracious' or 'dear'. The name has been popular in Serbian culture, often associated with historical figures and folklore. It reflects a blend of cultural significance and endearment.
Trend Summary
The name Milica has seen consistent popularity in Serbia and surrounding regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Milica
- Mili
International Variants
- Milica (Serbian)
- Milica (Croatian)
- Milica (Slovene)
Famous people named Milica
Milica Pavlović is a Serbian pop-folk singer known for her music career and popular hits.
Milica Jovanović is a Serbian athlete recognized for her achievements in track and field.
Milica Mandić is a Serbian taekwondo athlete who won a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics.
Milica Vuković is a Serbian actress known for her roles in various television series.
Fictional characters named Milica
Milica is a character in the Serbian animated series 'Mali Princ', known for her adventurous spirit.
Milica appears in the novel 'The Bridge on the Drina' by Ivo Andrić, representing the local culture.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Milica was first seen in the United States in 1956. Milica has ranked as high as #1329 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Milica has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Milica (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |